"It was really harsh on us today," Howe told Sky Sports. "I'm really proud of the players' efforts. We competed in a really tough game and we had our moments as well but we didn't take our chances. The scoreline doesn't reflect the performance.

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Highlights from Everton's 2-0 win over Bournemouth in the Premier League

Highlights from Everton's 2-0 win over Bournemouth in the Premier League

"We pressed well, we competed well and we nullified Everton's strengths for large parts of the game. The goal was a huge moment that we didn't defend well enough.

"Our goalkeeper hasn't had to make a save in the entire match. It's been a similar theme in recent weeks - we concede out of nowhere and don't take our chances when they come."

Jefferson Lerma (L) battles with Everton midfielder Gylfi Sigurdsson

Bournemouth also had penalty appeals waved away at 0-0 when Idrissa Gueye challenged Brooks in the box.

"I didn't see it," said Howe. "But I'm told people that have thought it was a penalty.